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24" (61 CM) ELECTRIC WASHER/DRYER
WASHER/DRYER SAFETY
W10558490A
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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WASHER/DRYER SAFETY .......................................................... 1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................... 3
Tools and Parts ..................................................................... 3
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................................... 5
DIMENSIONS/CLEARANCES ..................................................... 6
DRAIN SYSTEM ........................................................................... 7
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS . ................................................ 8
REMOVE FOAM PACKING .......................................................... 9
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ........................................................... 9
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION .................................................... 10
VENTING ..................................................................................... 15
Venting Requirements ............................................................... 15
Plan Vent System ....................................................................... 16
Install Vent System .................................................................... 17
CONNECT DRAIN HOSE ........................................................... 18
CONNECT INLET HOSES .......................................................... 19
CONNECT VENT ........................................................................ 20
LEVEL WASHER/DRYER ........................................................... 21
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ................................ 22
INSTALLATION NOTES
Date of purchase: _________________________________________
Date of installation: _______________________________________
Installer: _________________________________________________
Model number: ___________________________________________
Serial number: ____________________________________________
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
CONNECT DRAIN HOSE ............18 CONNECT INLET HOSES ............19 CONNECT VENT ................ 20 LEVEL WASHER/DRYER ............21 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ........ 22 INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase: _________________________________________ Date of installation: _______________________________________ Installer: _________________________________________________ Model number: ___________________________________________ Serial number: ____________________________________________ WASHER/DRYER SAFETY W10558490A... - Page 2 WASHER/DRYER SAFETY...
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Page 3: Installation Requirements
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Optional tools: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all parts were included. Adjustable or open-end Level wrench 9/16"... - Page 4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Parts needed: Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer/dryer) (Not supplied with washer/dryer) Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please Vent clamps refer to toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Vent elbows and ductwork Guide.
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Page 5: Location Requirements
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Recessed area or closet installation 48 in. (310 cm 3" (76 mm) Front Closet View door Select proper location for your washer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible “washer walk.” Install your 3" (76 mm) washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 24 in. -
Page 6: Dimensions/Clearances
DIMENSIONS/CLEARANCES Dimensions Front View Side View Back View " (1051 mm) " " 26" (692 mm) (606 mm) (660 mm) 11" (279 mm) " " " (1822 mm) (1822 mm) (1822 mm) 14" (356 mm) " (1,029 mm) " (921 mm) 1"... -
Page 7: Drain System
DRAIN SYSTEM Floor drain system Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Floor standpipe drain system Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. -
Page 8: Electrical Requirements
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This washer/dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed from the internal ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the... -
Page 9: Remove Foam Packing
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALL LEVELING LEGS To avoid floor damage, set washer/dryer onto cardboard before moving across floor. Move washer/dryer close to its final location. Gently place the washer/dryer on its side, on the cardboard. Install rear leveling legs Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place. -
Page 10: Electrical Connection
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Direct Wire Electrical Connection Options Remove terminal block cover Choose electrical connection type Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection” section. Then, go to “Venting Requirements.” Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection”... - Page 11 Power Supply Cord Connection 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes Power Supply Cord Strain Relief and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Attach power supply cord strain relief 4-wire receptacle 4-prong plug...
- Page 12 Direct Wire Connection 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. 4. Tighten strain relief screws (E). Direct Wire Strain Relief 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Attach direct wire strain relief 6.
- Page 13 4-Wire Direct Wire Connection Connect ground wire IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so washer/dryer may be moved if needed.
- Page 14 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection 4. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear IMPORTANT: Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go Prepare your 3-wire cable for to “Venting Requirements.”...
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Page 15: Venting
VENTING Venting Requirements Exhaust hoods: Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that ■ may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Louvered hood Box hood Acceptable Style: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. -
Page 16: Plan Vent System
Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Alternate installations for close clearances Typical installations vent the washer/dryer from the rear. Other Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best installations are possible. for your installation. Three close-clearance installations are shown. -
Page 17: Install Vent System
Special provisions for mobile home installations: INSTALL VENT SYSTEM The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate Install exhaust hood beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. 12"... -
Page 18: Connect Drain Hose
CONNECT DRAIN HOSE Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage. To keep the drain hose from Place drain hose in standpipe coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions: Drain hose form... -
Page 19: Connect Inlet Hoses
CONNECT INLET HOSES Clear water lines Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers. Do not use old hoses. NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valves. If you are only connecting to a cold water faucet, you must use a Y-adapter (not included). -
Page 20: Connect Vent
CONNECT INLET HOSES CONNECT VENT Check for leaks Connect vent to exhaust outlet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet Turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small amount of in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is water may enter washer. -
Page 21: Level Washer/Dryer
LEVEL WASHER/DRYER IMPORTANT: Level washer/dryer properly to reduce excess noise and vibration. Check levelness of washer/dryer Place level here Place level here With washer/dryer in its final location, place a level on top Plug into a grounded 3- or 4-prong edges of washer/dryer. -
Page 22: Complete Installation Checklist
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air part, go back through the steps to see which step was cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer. - Page 23 NOTES...
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